Education
Republican Bill Targets ‘Obscene’ Materials in Wisconsin Schools
A second bill would prohibit schools from using library aid money to purchase items that could be considered obscene.
Jun 23rd, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioVos Pushed to End Technical Colleges Taxing Authority
Amendment's author was unknown. Drafting files show Assembly Speaker requested it.
Jun 21st, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioGOP Amendment Blocks Tech Colleges’ Property Tax For Operations
Tech colleges weren't consulted. They would lose $249 million in annual funding.
Jun 19th, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioEven After Change, DPI Opposes Reading Bill
Issue centers on proposal to hold third graders back.
Jun 16th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioBill Includes Largest Expansion Ever of Private School Choice
A hike of 13% for K-8 voucher schools and 33% for high schools, union official says.
Jun 13th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioMPS Foundation a Vital Resource
Nonprofit helps funds field trips, scholarships and other educational enrichment activities.
Jun 12th, 2023 by Terry FalkUW System Hires New Chief Diversity Officer
Action comes amid GOP opposition to campus diversity and equity offices.
Jun 12th, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioRepublicans Have $50 Milllion, Science-Based Plan To Revamp How Children Learn To Read
DPI Superintendent says bill is "non-starter" as it includes 3rd grade retention requirement.
Jun 9th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioInmates Receive College Degrees Through Second Chance Program
49 individuals earned certificates or degrees this week from three technical colleges.
Jun 8th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioIn Transfers, Public Schools Often Deny Students With Disabilities
Charter and choice "cherry picking" is well known. But public schools also involved through open enrollment.
Jun 5th, 2023 by Mario Koran, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismAnti-LGBTQ+ Policies Common at State’s Voucher Schools
Some taxpayer-supported private schools expel students for being gay or transgender.
Jun 1st, 2023 by Phoebe Petrovic, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismNew UWM Program Trains Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners
Currently only 100 in the state. Program focuses on culturally-informed care for victims.
May 30th, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio